Are you passionate about helping young people make sense of the world around them through the study of history, geography, cultures, societies and global issues?

Mercedes College is seeking an outstanding MYP Humanities Teacher to join our Middle School team and inspire students to become curious, informed and engaged global citizens.

This is an exciting opportunity for an excellent classroom practitioner to teach Humanities across the middle years (Years 6 – 9) within the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP). Through engaging, inquiry-based learning, the successful applicant will empower students to think critically, consider diverse perspectives and develop a deeper understanding of people, places and societies.

While Humanities is the primary teaching area, experience teaching English and/or Religious Education will be viewed favourably.

Reporting to the Learning Area Leader – Humanities, this is a permanent teaching prospect commencing January 2027, with a teaching load of between 0.6 FTE and 1.0 FTE available for the successful applicant.

- Permanent teaching opportunity commencing January 2027
- 0.6FTE to 1FTE available
- Teach Humanities across Year 6 to Year 9
- Contribute to the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP)
- Join a collaborative and innovative learning community
- Capacity to teach Year 6 – 9 English and/or Year 6 – 9 Religious Education is highly desirable

About Us Mercedes College is a Catholic co-educational Reception to Year 12 International Baccalaureate World School in the Mercy tradition, located in Springfield, South Australia.

Driven by our vision to be a sustainable, internationally minded, world class school, we develop creative and critical thinkers who become leaders, for life.

Our community is defined by a sense of belonging, high expectations and genuine relationships,



and we live our Mercy Values of Compassion, Loyalty, Justice, Integrity, Responsibility and Mutual Respect in the way we work and interact with students, families and each other.

About the Role

As a Humanities Teacher, you will inspire students across Years 6 to 9 to explore people, places, societies and global issues through engaging and inquiry-driven learning experiences within the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP). Working collaboratively within the Humanities Learning Area, you will support students to develop critical thinking, research and communication skills while contributing to a culture of curiosity, wellbeing and academic excellence.

About You

You are a highly effective educator who:

- Demonstrates expertise in teaching Humanities within a middle years setting.
- Creates engaging and inclusive learning environments that inspire curiosity and critical thinking.
- Delivers contemporary, inquiry-based learning experiences that promote student engagement and achievement.
- Strong understanding of contemporary Humanities pedagogy and assessment practices.
- Ability to integrate interdisciplinary learning approaches and global perspectives.
- Builds positive and productive relationships with students, families and colleagues.
- Uses data and evidence-informed practice to support student growth and wellbeing.
- Works collaboratively as part of a high-performing teaching team.




- Embraces innovation and seeks opportunities for professional growth.
- Supports and upholds the Catholic ethos and Mercy tradition of the College.

Highly Desirable

- Experience teaching within the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP).
- Experience teaching English and/or Religious Education.

Qualifications and Training The successful applicant will be required to hold:

- An approved teaching qualification
- Current Teaching Registration with the Teachers Registration Board of South Australia.
- Working with Children Check (WWCC).
- RRHAN-EC training (Fundamentals and Masterclass), plus refreshers as required.
- First Aid Certificate HLTAID012.

For further information about the responsibilities, requirements and selection criteria of this role, please refer to the Position Information Document.

How to Apply

If you're excited by the opportunity to inspire young people through Humanities education within a high-performing and internationally minded learning community, we would love to hear from you.

To submit your application, click ‘Apply' by 9:00am, Friday 6 November 2026.

Your application should include

- A cover letter (maximum one page) addressed to Mr. Andrew Balkwill, Principal, outlining your experience, suitability for the role and motivation for joining Mercedes College.
- A curriculum vitae (maximum two pages) detailing your qualifications, experience and three professional referees.

For confidential enquiries regarding this role, please contact Luisa Dickson, Executive Director, People and Culture on 0413 730 794 or email [email protected] ? Appointment is subject to Working with Children and Catholic screening clearances. Mercedes College reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.

📌 MYP Humanities Teacher 2027 (South Australia)
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